709 S James St

Rome, NY 13440

$119,900
Price
5
Beds
1,561 Sq. Ft.
$77 / Sq. Ft.
1,561
Sq. Ft.
$77
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 709 S James St—a rare Rome opportunity sitting pretty on a triple lot totaling .36 acres with tons of potential and plenty of room to grow! This two-unit multifamily is perfect for investors, owner-occupants, or anyone looking to build long-term wealth with steady rental income. The upstairs unit offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath and downstairs unit 2 bedroom / 1 bath both with laundry hookups! With separate utilities, this property is truly investor-friendly, making management simpler and...Welcome to 709 S James St—a rare Rome opportunity sitting pretty on a triple lot totaling .36 acres with tons of potential and plenty of room to grow! This two-unit multifamily is perfect for investors, owner-occupants, or anyone looking to build long-term wealth with steady rental income. The upstairs unit offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath and downstairs unit 2 bedroom / 1 bath both with laundry hookups! With separate utilities, this property is truly investor-friendly, making management simpler and returns stronger. Outside, the oversized yard spans all three lots—room for gardens, future projects, or just a whole lot of elbow room. And don’t miss the large 2-stall detached garage, perfect for storage, hobbies, or additional rental potential. Whether you're seeking your next smart investment or a flexible space with income-producing perks, 709 S James St is ready to deliver. Opportunity is knocking—answer the door on S James Street!
  1. Listed by Katie Babcock • Keller-Williams Mohawk Valley
    P: (315)-701-6900 C: (315)-269-3003 kbabcocksells@gmail.com

Property Details for 709 South James Street

Styles Of Residence
Duplex
On Waterfront
No
Parking Description
Garage, Paved, Parking Available, Two Or More Spaces
Nearest Cross Street
Babtiste
LISTING UPDATED: 12/03/2025 06:11 PM

Property Details for 709 South James Street

StatusActive
MLS #S1653150
Days on Market22
Taxes$4,640 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti Family / Residential
Year Built1882
Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF
CountyOneida County

Location

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Building Information for 709 South James Street

Stories2Residences2Year Built1882Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF

Payment Calculator

$979 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$592

Property Taxes

$387

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 709 South James Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Elementary School District: Rome
  • High School District: Rome
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Rome
  • Village: Not Applicable
  • Human YN: Yes
Parking
  • Garage Spaces per Apt: 2.00
  • Garage YN: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Area NYSWIS Code: Rome-Inside-301301
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,640.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1561.0
  • Land Features: Other, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, See Remarks
  • Num Of Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Area: 0.09
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3920.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 301301-242-073-0001-028-000-0000
  • Lot Number: 28
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Assessed Value: $37,000
  • Year Built: 1882
  • Year Built Description: Existing
Utilities
  • Num Of Electric Meters: 2
  • Num Of Gas Meters: 2
  • Sewer Description: Connected
  • Utilities Available: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Supply: Connected, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof Description: Asphalt
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Description: Walk Out Access
  • Num Of Possible Bedrooms: 5
  • Num Fireplaces Total Calculated: 0
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Floor Description: Carpet, Laminate, Varies
  • Heating: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Sq Ft Total: 1561.0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units In Community: 2
  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Operating Expense Includes: Accounting, Legal, Snow Removal, Trash, Water Sewer
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
Unit 1
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $1,400.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 3
  • Features: ,Eat-In Kitchen,Laundry-In Unit,Living Room,Porch
  • Unit Type Total Rent: $1,400.00
  • Unit Type Num Full Baths: 1
  • Unit Type Num Half Baths: 0
  • Unit Type Actual Rent Range: 1400
Unit 2
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $1,000.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Features: ,Formal Dining Room,Laundry-In Unit,Living Room,Porch
  • Unit Type Total Rent: $1,000.00
  • Unit Type Num Full Baths: 1
  • Unit Type Num Half Baths: 0
  • Unit Type Actual Rent Range: 1000
Rental
Rental Information
  • Rent Includes: Trash Collection, Water

Property History for 709 South James Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1653150

$119,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/02/2025

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1653150

$119,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 709 South James Street

Taxable ValueLand$4,700Additions$32,300Total$37,000
Tax Record2024$1,754 ($146 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,561 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,561 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,920 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1882ZoningWCountyONEIDAAPN301301 242.073-0001-028

Schools near 709 South James Street

This home is within Rome City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bellamy Elementary School
Public - K to 6
George R Staley Upper Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Lyndon H Strough Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Rome Free Academy
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bellamy Elementary School
PublicK to 6

George R Staley Upper Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Lyndon H Strough Middle School
Public7 to 8

Rome Free Academy
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 709 South James Street, Rome, NY 13440

709 South James Street is a multi-family home for sale in Rome, NY 13440. This property was listed for sale on December 2, 2025 by Keller-Williams Mohawk Valley, it's currently listed at $119,900. This listing's school district is Rome City School District. Nearby schools include Bellamy Elementary School, George R Staley Upper Elementary School and Lyndon H Strough Middle School. 709 South James Street is a 5-bed, 2-bath, 1,561 sqft multi-family home built in 1882.

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